In this episode, Jesse sits down with Terry J. Awls, the new assistant coach for the Glass City Wranglers, Toledo’s professional basketball team. Coach Awls brings a wealth of experience, from leading championship-winning AAU teams with the Hopson Elite program to guiding junior high squads to multiple league titles. He shares insights into his coaching journey, the transition to the professional ranks, and his vision for the Wranglers’ upcoming season. We also dive into his time as Ohio’s state director for US Amateur Basketball and his unique background in culinary arts. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about leadership, youth development, and what it takes to build a winning culture on and off the court!

In this episode, Jesse sits down with actor JaQuan Coleman, who stars in the HBO series “Winning Time” about the legendary 1980s Los Angeles Lakers. They chat about JaQuan’s experience on set, their shared love for sports, and dive into WWE wrestling. The episode wouldn’t be complete without a heated GOAT conversation, where they debate the greatest of all time across sports. Don’t miss this fun and insightful episode packed with sports, entertainment, and wrestling nostalgia!

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In this episode of Play by Play, host Jesse Coleman welcomes Lionel Armstead, the Head Coach of the Clay Eagles, who transformed the program into a competitive force. Lionel dives into the strategies and challenges of rebuilding a team and how his coaching philosophy has brought success to Clay High School. He also talks about his work as a basketball trainer, helping student-athletes across the city develop their skills through his LAB Impact Training program. Lionel reflects on his own playing days, from his standout high school career to his time at West Virginia University, and how those experiences shaped his approach as a coach and mentor.

Tune in for a deep dive into what it takes to build a winning culture, both on the court and in training young athletes for the next level. Listen now on Play by Play.